Linux Security Engineering Scientist Associate Full-time

Linux Security Engineering Scientist Associate

Develop, test, integrate and document information security in large modern TCP/IP Linux network systems in the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL) with ARL:UT.

Responsibilities

Design and develop the information security of modern TCP/IP Linux network systems including security settings, audit mechanisms, compliance mechanisms and infrastructure mechanisms.

Design and develop information security automation of modern computer Linux network systems including security settings, audit mechanisms, compliance mechanisms and infrastructure mechanisms.

Test, troubleshoot, integrate, audit and profile information security mechanisms of Linux computer network systems to meet system requirements.

Document and configuration manage information security mechanisms of modern Linux computer network equipment.

Interact with security and technical personnel in support of information security implementation of modern Linux computer network systems.

Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related degree.

Demonstrated knowledge designing, configuring, troubleshooting, testing, validating, auditing and documenting information security mechanisms for modern TCP/IP Linux computer network systems.

Knowledge and experience with information security principles, policies, compliance and documentation while maintaining high performance.

Experience with Linux and network security fundamentals.

Experience with security monitoring, profiling, auditing and documenting performance across the full network stack.

US Citizen. Selected applicant is subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at level appropriate to project requirements of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with focus on information security as applied to Linux network computer systems.

Two or more years of professional experience as a Electrical Engineer or Computer Scientist.

Knowledge and experience with security and hardening Linux systems.

Linux, network, or information security certification

Eligibility for immediate access to classified information.

3.0 minimum GPA requirement.

Salary Range

$88,500-$120,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications.

Working Conditions

Standard office conditions

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Use of manual dexterity

Some weekend, evening and holiday work

Possible interstate/intrastate travel

Required Materials

Resume/CV

3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Letter of interest

Unofficial college transcripts

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